Title: The old bakery Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The old bakery Cottage in Christchurch with kitchen ![Fridge, oven, stovetop, electric kettle](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36070000/36062000/36061935/98da8f40.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36070000/36062000/36061935/31adebe9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36070000/36062000/36061935/1f99b5fd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36070000/36062000/36061935/8837819e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36070000/36062000/36061935/62411781.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Near trendy 'The Colombo' shopping mall in Sydenham, The Old Baker's Cottage offers a charming retreat. With a sunny and warm backyard where you can pick your own fruits and vegetables, this cozy cottage is perfect for couples or small groups of friends. Enjoy the fresh environment with new carpet, thermo-coated curtains, and modern bathroom amenities. 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 3161 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - Air conditioning - Kitchen - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### The old bakery The Old Baker's Cottage Located near trendy 'The Colombo' shopping mall in Sydenham, this cute cottage, built around 1918, makes for an excellent centrally located place to stay in Christchurch. With a double and a single bedroom it is a great place for a couple or three people The property is fully fenced; sunny and warm with an enclosed backyard. If any fruits and vegetables are ready for harvesting, feel free to pick some and use them in your cooking. The cottage has recently had a make-over. New carpet was laid in both bedrooms and living area with new thermo-coated curtains covering the windows. All walls were painted and a new shower cubicle and toilet were installed in the bathroom. All add to a fresh and clean environment where it is a pleasure to stay. The cottage is fully furnished, cosy, rustic, and TV-free. Wi-Fi has been connected though. The heat-pump warms the whole house. All linen is provided. The inner city of Christchurch, the Botanical Garden, Museums and Art Galleries (3km away) can be reached easily. Busses depart only 50 m away from the front door, on Colombo Street, the main road which runs through the city centre. A supermarket, a number of fast food outlets and public parks (one with playground) can be found within easy walking distance of the cottage. Christchurch calls itself the 'Garden City' and looks pretty at any time of the year. A walk along the close by Heathcote River is a delight at any time of the year. Christchurch is renowned across the country for its stunning mountain bike trails. The cottage is located near the more extreme tracks on the Port Hills and in Victoria Park. These areas also boost many walking tracks. The Christchurch Adventure Park is only a few km away. There's outdoor adventure to suit every level. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Hob - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Shower - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - Books - Games - TV ### Outdoor areas - Fully-fenced - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundromat nearby ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa ### Things to do - Casino nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Ice skating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Rock climbing nearby - Swimming nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a deadlock This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as Old Baker's Cottage Sydenham The Old Baker's Christchurch Old Baker's Cottage Old Baker's Sydenham Old Baker's Cottage The Old Baker's Cottage Sydenham Sydenham The Old Baker's Cottage Cottage Cottage The Old Baker's Cottage The Old Baker's Cottage Christchurch The Old Baker's Cottage Cottage Christchurch The Old Baker's Cottage Cottage The Old Baker's The Old Baker's Cottage Cottage The Old Baker's Cottage Christchurch The Old Baker's Cottage Cottage Christchurch ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-43.55204%2C172.63612&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=BtJ6zAeNeBw3Uxq_eduXCvPyPps=) Sydenham, Canterbury #### What's nearby - Hagley Park - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles - Riverside Market - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles - Christchurch Public Hospital - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles - Cathedral Square - 5 min drive - 1.6 miles - New Regent Street - 6 min drive - 2.1 miles #### Getting around - Christchurch Railway Station - 9 min drive - Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 21 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪5th Street - ‬12 min walk - ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min walk - ‪POT STICKER Dumpling Bar - ‬10 min walk - ‪Two Thumb Brewing Co - ‬11 min walk - ‪Armadillo's - ‬7 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The old bakery pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at The old bakery? > On-site parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at The old bakery? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at The old bakery? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is The old bakery located? > Located in Sydenham, this cottage is within 2 miles (3 km) of One New Zealand Stadium, Bridge of Remembrance and Riverside Market. Cashel Street Shopping Area and High Street are also within 2 miles (3 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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